1983 Toyota Cressida vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1983 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Cressida | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Cressida | V70 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
